Experienced, Gardener All types Garden & lawn care services considered
Friendly, Regular & Reliable
Project work considered
Prices by the job not the hour
About COGS Community Garden Services
Garden services in Highworth & local surrounds
At COGS Highworth, I strive to provide quality, friendly, reliable gardening support, tailored to customer needs. I take a horticultural approach, emphasising environmentally friendly practises to ensure sustainable and healthy gardens. From lawn care and flower border maintenance to hedge trimming, garden tidy or rejuvenation, our one man team is ready to assist with a wide range of gardening needs. Public liability insured and waste licensed, I offer transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Call 07852 882205 or email markb@cogshighworth.co.uk
to discuss your needs & arrange a visit for a quote.
Services offered to Highworth residents & local surrounds
- Lawns Mowed & Edged
- Border patrol - Planting out, Dead Heading, Mulching, Pruning/Trimming of Shrubs,Tubs & Climbers.
- Garden Tidy, Rejuvenation, Projects considered.
- Garden maintenance to support the ongoing evolution and maintenance of your garden.
- Battery driven tools & equipment.
- Horticultural & Eco friendly approach.
- COGS - An engine of growth for your garden.
Examples of works in progress
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Better yet, see us in person!
We stay in contact with our customers until the job is done. To get a free quote, or if you have a question or special requests, just drop me a line via email or WhatsApp.
Hours
Open today | 09:00 – 15:00 |
Terms & Conditions
COGS (Community One Garden Services) TERMS AND CONDITIONS
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of COGS services and outline the rights and obligations of both parties. By engaging our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.
Services offered
• Grass cutting, lawn edging for small to medium sized lawns. Usually regular fortnightly visits.
• Garden borders maintenance Deadheading flowers, Pruning of shrubs, tubs and climbers to shape (Called Border patrol on the invoice). Trimming small hedges/shrubs to shape.
• Garden Tidy, Rejuvenation & Restoration projects considered & undertaken.
• Horticultural and environmentally friendly approach to gardening.
• Planning for Garden maintenance & safe operating to support the ongoing evolution and maintenance of your garden.
• Hedge work (dependent on type & size).
Customer obligations
· Provide Accurate Information: Supply all necessary information regarding the requirements, site conditions, and desired outcomes.
· Access - The customer will provide suitable external access at the time of visiting to allow for equipment to go in and out along with any waste.
· Timely Payments: See payments section.
· Permits and Approvals: The client will obtain any necessary permits or approvals required for any project work.
· Waste - For minor works the clients green waste bin is usually sufficient.
- Additional charges apply for waste removal to municipal sites.
- If deemed necessary, to prevent potential damage to the client’s property, safety risk to myself or my vehicle, I reserve the right to leave the waste on site. The owner is then responsible for safe disposal.
· Pets: Owners are requested to ensure any areas due work are free of pet excretions, (I reserve the right of refusal if not removed). Pets should be kept securely away from the area whilst work is being undertaken.
· Utilities and energy - Where work requires water or mains electricity for power, Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the client agrees to their power, water & drainage to be used, at their own cost. If this is independently required, this will incur additional hire running costs.
· Toilet facilities - The company is working remotely and so access to the client’s toilet and hand washing facilities are essential and assumed unless specifically agreed. Travel to and from public facilities will be charged as time on the job.
Payments
· Fees and Charges: The Client agrees to pay the fees as specified in the Agreement. Fees may vary based on the scope of work, materials used, and any project complexity.
· Method & Frequency: On the day, by bank transfer preferred, I do not have facility accept credit cards, Cash acceptable for small jobs.
Larger projects will be subject to an agreed timing schedule, but payments as follows:
- Initial Deposit: 30% upon signing the Agreement (to cover materials).
- Progress Payment: 40% upon completion of 50% of the project.
- Final Payment: 30% upon project completion and Client approval.
Late Payments: Late payments may be subject to interest charges and could result in project delays.
Cancellation and Termination - The Client may terminate the Agreement under the
following conditions:
- Mutual Agreement: Both parties agree to terminate the contract. Minimum one weeks notice.
- Material Breach: If either party fails to fulfil their obligations as outlined in the Agreement.
- Force Majeure: Unforeseen events beyond control, such as natural disasters, extreme weather that prevent project continuation.
In the event of termination, the Client is responsible for paying for all services rendered up to the termination date.
Liability - I strive to ensure the highest standards of work, however; COGS are not liable for:
- Damages resulting from pre-existing conditions not identified or disclosed by the client before project commencement.
- Natural occurrences such as extreme weather affecting project/work outcomes.
- Third-party actions or negligence impacting the work.
- Pests, disease or damage affecting planting already present on the property
Our liability is limited to the total fees paid for the specific project or work undertaken.
Privacy (GDPR) – My Client base is built on trust, and I take security of your data seriously. Payment is by secure Bank transfer, so account details remain totally private. Personal details are treated as confidential and are not willingly shared with any other companies (unless contracted in for project work). I take every reasonable step to protect us both but cannot accept liability for acts by third parties or negligence. I reserve the right to take photography or film for the purposes of providing quotes and to use before & after Shots on my website to promote my business. No confidential information is published without prior consent.
Materials: All project or specific work materials will be purchased by COGS before starting and this portion will be payable in advance (see payments). Once materials are purchased this is not refundable. A handling charge will be applied to allow for travel to source, load and unload goods & materials at client site.
Where a schedule of works is agreed, payment remains on the due day by bank transfer.
Warranties - I provide warranties on my workmanship and materials I purchase and use. If defects arise within the warranty period, I commit to repairing or replacing the affected parts without additional cost, provided the Client notifies me within 14 days of discovery (the agreed timeframe).
Planting materials – Whilst every effort is made to source great quality planting material there may be unforeseen issues that only become evident as the plant grows. My Liability is limited only to replacing the plants/materials I source from my preferred suppliers for up to a maximum of 3 months.
Dispute Resolution
In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to:
- Negotiation: Attempt to resolve the matter amicably through direct communication.
- Mediation: Engage a neutral third party to facilitate a mutually acceptable resolution.
- Arbitration: If mediation fails, proceed to binding arbitration as per the relevant laws.
Legal actions should be a last resort after all other resolution methods have been exhausted.
Amendments - COGS reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Clients will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Acceptance - By engaging the services of COGS Community One Garden Services, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
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